Vacation: Items worth putting in your suitcase

A breath away from the August 15th holidays, let's pack your suitcase together.

As we reach the end of the first ten days of August—the final month of summer—everyone is eagerly looking forward to the August 15th holiday. These long-anticipated days give us the chance to leave behind the challenges of the past season, recharge our batteries, and return to daily responsibilities with more energy and a better mood. If you're among the lucky ones who will manage to escape the city this year, make sure to seize the opportunity and take full advantage of these days to hit the reset button. After all, moments of true relaxation and peace are rare in today’s lifestyle, and we should make the most of them.

I bet you’ve already booked your tickets, arranged your stay, planned your outings—now all that’s left is to pack your suitcase.

Let’s be honest: this isn’t an easy task for anyone, because it takes both time and energy. The main goal is to forget nothing, but also not to overpack. The next goal is to stay stylish without sacrificing the carefree nature of your vacation. How can you achieve that? A fashion editor recently wrote that style isn’t a science—it’s an art. Below, we’ll build your holiday suitcase together so you’ll have everything you need and still turn heads.

Vacation Tips: How to pack only what you’ll actually wear?

The most important advice for anyone preparing for a trip is this: don’t leave your packing for the last minute. It’s extremely helpful to have all your clothes washed and ironed in your closet, ready for selection. That way, you’ll have a wider range of options. It’ll also give you time to buy anything you realize you’re missing—or that completes an outfit you’ve already envisioned wearing.

Checking the weather forecast for your holiday days will save you a lot of trouble. And even if it shows nothing but sunshine, make sure to pack at least one sweatshirt or light jacket—just in case. If you have the time and inclination, planning your looks before packing your clothes is a great idea. It’ll save you from the mistake we all make: packing favorite items that don’t match anything else and come back unworn.

If you’re not into pre-planning outfits, give priority to basics—those pieces that can be mixed and matched easily.

Vacation: Pieces to pack so you don’t sacrifice your style

Let’s start with a classic, because every man should have a white linen shirt in his summer vacation suitcase. It’s a wardrobe essential that pairs with almost everything and can shift from casual to dressy depending on how it’s styled. The safest combo? Pair it with linen trousers. Don’t hesitate to wear it as part of your beachwear—over your swimsuit.

Now for a nod to the trends: skinny trousers are out this year. Whether it’s jeans or linen, go for relaxed or wide-leg fits. These trousers are ideal for your evening outings, especially when paired with printed shirts. The lightweight fabric keeps you cool and gives you freedom of movement.

Not just full-length trousers—the trends this year also call for shorts or Bermuda shorts with a normal to wide-leg fit. Make sure they end just above the knee and don’t cling to your thighs.

If there’s ever a time to wear sleeveless, it’s during vacation. The sleeveless trend goes beyond casualwear—it was even seen on runways in blazers. For your sleeveless looks, try tonal layering, meaning sticking to similar tones (ideally neutrals) for a cohesive outfit.

If there’s one shirt in style this summer, it’s the camp shirt—and if one pattern is trending, it’s floral. So make sure to pack a piece that combines both.

For your night looks, don’t just stick to the classics—add color to stand out. As mentioned, relaxed fits are trending, and for the first time in fashion history, the deeper the V-neck, the better, say the experts.

For the truly bold and confident, a kimono is the ideal pick. Fashion insiders recommend wearing it shirtless. If you’re hesitant, try tying it in front to make it resemble a poncho. And if you like the piece but want to tone it down, just wear a matching top underneath to keep it within your comfort zone.

Want to stay stylish even in your most casual outfits? Then don’t forget to pack at least one terrycloth (aka towel-textured) piece. Fashion editors have hailed it as the go-to fabric of the summer—even though it hails from the ‘70s.